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Converting Trek Singletrack 970 Mountain Bike to Commuter 

Curtis Hong
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Hi There,
It's me again, Curtis. In this video I share a tip that could potentially save you cash on your next Craigslist come up as I did on my newly acquired bike, a 1991 Trek SingleTrack 970 mountain bike. I was primarily focused on making this solely my commuter bike for grocery runs and work. However, this bike has proven to be so much more. From visits to Yosemite Valley, Joshua tree, Santa Cruz, Sanoma, Los Angeles, and Portland, this bike has already brought many adventures to my life.
You'll also find out how I semi-customized this bike by surgically welding new eyelets on the fork. Making this an even more capable bike. Future plans include testing this bike on gravel and light credit card camping with Morgan. Stay tuned for more adventure cycling to come.
Stay Nonchalant,
Curtis
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@nonchalantgarage
@nonchalantgarage 3 года назад
Be a human being, pump that like button
@sogon78
@sogon78 3 года назад
I could not resist being a human.
@mattmatthews5414
@mattmatthews5414 3 года назад
How many miles have you gotten on those RH tires?
@Triplex5014
@Triplex5014 2 года назад
You've had 999, I made you 1K :)
@davidwhocares3293
@davidwhocares3293 2 года назад
Your bike came out awesome !! Be sure and check out a video here called "90's mountain bike masters" you'll dig it and you will see 2 guys ripping it up through town and then up into the mountains on trek 970's and great music too !!
@tartarexthompson2348
@tartarexthompson2348 2 года назад
What kind of weirdo hits the dislike button on this great video?
@peterbense5650
@peterbense5650 2 года назад
My wife and I own 3 Trek 950s/970s. These are totally fantastic bikes.
@peterwilliamson4296
@peterwilliamson4296 Год назад
MTB's with road tires are great for commuting in a hilly city as they climb better than road bikes. Thanks for this Curtis.
@jonasmeier417
@jonasmeier417 2 года назад
Trek 970 (1991) one of the best mountainbikes ever built. Frame, geometry, Shimano parts - all just great. Quality. Period.
@einnorw
@einnorw 3 года назад
underrated channel, great video
@chuffa1130
@chuffa1130 2 года назад
Spectacular retro build!! I really like the design and your ideas, thank you for sharing it's really helpful got three old mountain bikes like this to convert
@brandonfiorito8104
@brandonfiorito8104 11 месяцев назад
I like that you kept the bike mostly original ie the keeping the old narrow handlebars. There’s a feeling of nostalgia when you ride with the old geometry
@burrito_bobby
@burrito_bobby 3 года назад
Beautiful bike 👌🏼 I just picked up a 91’ GT Karakoram Elite yesterday. This video gave me inspiration,thank you for that man.
@sagehiker
@sagehiker 2 года назад
Great story. I have an 87 Trek Single Track that has been repurposed into a winter utility bike for Wyoming. I went with 8 speed internal hub. And like yours, it was in amazing shape. I did a lot to keep the finish and detailing intact. They are classics that wear updating well.
@leonwrede9213
@leonwrede9213 3 года назад
Save money on the frame, get boutique tires
@Peo_Sahlin
@Peo_Sahlin 2 года назад
😂😂😂
@uncletony3025
@uncletony3025 7 месяцев назад
The tire makes the whole experience in my opinion. But I see what you’re saying.
@antoine1057
@antoine1057 8 месяцев назад
AMAZING bro!! I'm in the process of converting a Mt Track 850 Trek and I can feel the same joy. Your vibes are just contagious! These old bikes are amazing too. Cheers bro!!
@davidwhocares3293
@davidwhocares3293 2 года назад
Good move, you CANT go wrong with an old hand-built Waterloo Wisconsin Trek !
@doztacos8913
@doztacos8913 2 года назад
Just bought a singletrack 930 today. Thanks for the inspiration. I will be updating some things soon.
@ppedrobala
@ppedrobala 6 месяцев назад
I bought a 970's Trek recently too. Your project is just amazing, I'm just in love with your bike. A great hug from Brazil.
@VSargues
@VSargues 2 года назад
Great video! I still have my Trek 970 Singletrack, bought in 1991, I think that it's the same model than yours, but in brilliant purple color. I did many thousands of kilometers through the mountains, even in some wild camp, when it was not common here in Spain. Lately I only use it for my urban trips -I'm older for those adventures :) It still has the original components, except for the grips and tires, and added elements such as saddlebag holders. It keeps working perfectly! Watching your videos! Greetings!
@D21Kris
@D21Kris Год назад
We need to see you gravel this thing!!! I just got a mid 90’s Raleigh mtb that I’m doing the exact same thing to. Thanks for the nonchalant inspiration
@xzynta
@xzynta Год назад
I have the same bike and man so stoked to see more people get this thing around! Stay peddling 🤘
@BillyBoblovesthedirt
@BillyBoblovesthedirt 3 дня назад
Awesome bike. It deserves a full restoration
@eliasolofsson286
@eliasolofsson286 3 года назад
Sweet video man! Love the bike, music and storytelling, Nice!
@nonchalantgarage
@nonchalantgarage 3 года назад
Thanks for the kind words
@drpulpit
@drpulpit Год назад
Thanks, Curtis. Nice, nice bike. I have an older Trek FX, and am cogitating a 950 that our local bike community store has refurbished. Thank you for your hints and tips. the front rack looks good, and your bike bag for would carry the groceries. In my boyhood, the old balloon tired Firestone was my workhorse, with a great newspaper carrier basket in the front. Many groceries and many daily newspapers; it also served as a brush guard when we boys would go crashing through the woods! No track, let alone a "single track." Thanks again.
@damiandiazromero5670
@damiandiazromero5670 3 года назад
Awesome. I have a trek 930 and I love it. Steel frames bikes are incredibly customizable.
@elianderson72
@elianderson72 3 года назад
I regret ever parting with my lugged Trek 970. GREAT find!!
@extremkrem622
@extremkrem622 3 года назад
Super quality video man, subscribed
@tatlongbikekalang1390
@tatlongbikekalang1390 2 года назад
Vintage bikes are timeless! I have 4 vintage bikes that I got from FB Marketplace that I restored.
@NicolasOulevay
@NicolasOulevay 2 года назад
i have the same bike in 18" frame since 1991, made the purchase when I turned 16! I love it and still run it as a xc bike, upgraded the handlebars to wider once and tires to xc2 2.2" that give it a nicer ride! I want to turn it to a commuter one if I can get myself a procaliber one in the near future! Well done on your purchase and upgrades
@Kevin-tl4zw
@Kevin-tl4zw 3 года назад
content is top notch!! great bike! i love old TREKs
@josephsychoi
@josephsychoi Год назад
Man I love this video. I hope we get to see more content on how this beautiful bike is doing. Peace from Texas ✌️
@junholee1608
@junholee1608 3 месяца назад
Great video, so pleasing to watch!
@benireland3406
@benireland3406 3 года назад
Loved this video! Looking forward to seeing the Trek in future vids :)
@LevinBe
@LevinBe 3 года назад
Damn this is one of the nicest videos I saw in months. Great job 👍🏼
@justinblaha5105
@justinblaha5105 Год назад
Epic bike and video! I am picking up a blue single track tomorrow and am pretty hyped to make it my own.
@hugoveillette6411
@hugoveillette6411 12 дней назад
This is my favorite video dude
@uniworkhorse
@uniworkhorse 2 года назад
Love the pacing, great vid 👌
@midknight4681
@midknight4681 2 года назад
This is an amazing video man, the quality is great, the bike is great, and everything! also the rat trap pass tires seem super nice from what ive heard, i sooo wanna throw some on an old bike.
@shivay1008
@shivay1008 Год назад
I just picked up a 950 of the same vintage. Also Bay Area. Thanks for the local tips! I need to get my self a bag for the front rack.
@DennyUtama
@DennyUtama 2 месяца назад
the bike become badass and adventurous! cool video and finally liked and sub'd!
@smutsharry
@smutsharry 3 года назад
Love vintage steel MTBs converted to commuters/cruisers. Have two myself and wouldn't mind adding this one to my stable :)...
@andreabalboni5532
@andreabalboni5532 Год назад
Nice work!!
@JimJamDaMan
@JimJamDaMan 2 года назад
Clean build. I love my RTP tires
@syncop844
@syncop844 2 года назад
Having ridden vintage mountain bikes before, you may find that using a shorter stem and slightly wider riser bars will make the bike handle way better. I find the long stem/narrow bars combo slightly terrifying now haha! Do you think you will convert this to a 1x drivetrain with a wide range cassette? It would look so clean!
@tefovechietti
@tefovechietti 3 года назад
Nice video! That's exactly the inspiration I was looking for to retire my fixed gear bike for my commute and get me a classic vintage 26er!
@nonchalantgarage
@nonchalantgarage 3 года назад
Glad it could provide some inspiration. It's one of the reasons why I make videos.
@jorgechavira7729
@jorgechavira7729 Год назад
Very nice bike adaptations!
@ins3rti0n
@ins3rti0n 2 года назад
Inspiring me to buy a gary fisher tassajara and turn into a commuter/gravel build. love the aesthetic with this one!
@gregorymckoy3179
@gregorymckoy3179 Год назад
I own a Trek Verve 3 and a Specialized FSR Sport that I bought used. The 1999 Specialized FSR Sport is my Craigslist find that I got for $250. It was well maintained and I have made a few upgrades for my comfort. The frame is said to be bullet proof. Nice work with the rebuild.
@pumpkinhead6646
@pumpkinhead6646 2 года назад
This video felt like it was made by Elliot from Mr. Robot if he was into 90s vintage MTBs. Loved it.
@picklediddy
@picklediddy 10 месяцев назад
good vid, thanks for the advice,
@jackiegammon2065
@jackiegammon2065 2 года назад
The other suggestion I would make is to use a v brake lever with your new front v brake; you're stopping power will be that much greater! Nice find!! Trek also made a 990 model, super nice bikes!
@kylehoover114
@kylehoover114 3 года назад
I glad to see someone saw the value in this bike and give it nice tires
@nonchalantgarage
@nonchalantgarage 3 года назад
The tires make a world of difference. Cheers
@benloten7182
@benloten7182 4 месяца назад
Fantastically put together video, I’ve done the same with a Specialized Hardrock except I already owned it! Back on the road after 30 years, can’t beat it.
@nonchalantgarage
@nonchalantgarage 3 месяца назад
Right on!
@jdillon8360
@jdillon8360 2 года назад
The kicker for me was the drilled wooden spacer. Subscribed!
@neilbeni7744
@neilbeni7744 3 года назад
Awesome video 👊💥😀 Very inspirational...
@grtchldy6561
@grtchldy6561 Год назад
Year and a half ago I bought a 1993 Trek Single Track and thought it would be just a humdrum ok commuter. I love it so much that my racing bike is getting dusty! I put a rear rack on it plus got Banjo Bro’s paniers. The frame is stiff and responsive and the fork rake in front provides some cushion and stability. Love USA steel!
@theadventurefamily761
@theadventurefamily761 2 года назад
I really loved this video. Just subbed!
@MrWasserski
@MrWasserski 3 года назад
Got my Trek 970 new back in the 90ties in Manhatten and still use it in Switzerland great video!
@nonchalantgarage
@nonchalantgarage 3 года назад
It's a keeper
@loudfast1261
@loudfast1261 3 года назад
nice build and I sgree the old bikes have great utility still. I have a 930 singletrack, bought in '95 durable as heck handmade in Colorado. Will def look into getting that sweet rack though.
@tomokuta_
@tomokuta_ 2 года назад
Clean commuter setup
@jered2177
@jered2177 Год назад
I have a trek 950,love it
@nonchalantgarage
@nonchalantgarage Год назад
❤️
@MobileBicycleRepair505
@MobileBicycleRepair505 Год назад
I like your video editing style & story telling.
@nonchalantgarage
@nonchalantgarage Год назад
I appreciate that! Need to get over the hump and start posting again
@tyanmutter1437
@tyanmutter1437 17 дней назад
wow great story!
@pryan05p71
@pryan05p71 3 года назад
Good job on the video and very nice bike!
@marcdenlinger5282
@marcdenlinger5282 2 года назад
Great job on your build! I was able to save an '89 Trek 990 from the trash! In great condition, just needed a little TLC. All XT components! I've been slowly tweaking it to fit my needs as an urban commuter and rail-trail bike.
@nonchalantgarage
@nonchalantgarage 2 года назад
So lucky and glad it found a good home
@ramonhppacheco
@ramonhppacheco 2 года назад
very cool pictures
@augustolpr9567
@augustolpr9567 2 года назад
A great quality video, you gained a new sub.
@methinjgti1
@methinjgti1 3 года назад
Right on man!
@MikeThePike316
@MikeThePike316 Год назад
Very nice videography.
@alfonsoalmendariz3325
@alfonsoalmendariz3325 3 года назад
I have a Trek Single Track 930 at the house. I will never part with the bike. Love it. It's on the smaller side, so I am saving it for my neighbor's kid when he grows out of his 24 inch BMX.
@robcastaneda1
@robcastaneda1 11 месяцев назад
Lovely video.
@harelkatz3700
@harelkatz3700 3 года назад
at first i was like wtf is this guy doing🤣 but the outcome left me speechless.... amazing bike man
@damiandiazromero5670
@damiandiazromero5670 2 года назад
Great video. I love steel Trek frames, I have a 930, 970 (2) and looking to complete the singletrack collection. You promise to make more videos with this bike.
@Fireflyorange
@Fireflyorange 2 года назад
so awesome! i'm getting a trek 990 tomorrow... I wish I had your skills haha
@berntfritiofulveborn3163
@berntfritiofulveborn3163 3 года назад
Cool, really nice video!
@recyclespinning9839
@recyclespinning9839 2 года назад
I had a Trek 970 I picked up. Awesome all around bike, love the lugs.👍 I sold off was a bit small frame on it. Still looking for a larger frame for me .
@emantejada3178
@emantejada3178 2 года назад
Nice bike and vlog.
@jojoanggono3229
@jojoanggono3229 3 года назад
Very nice. Love the MKS style pedal.
@nonchalantgarage
@nonchalantgarage 3 года назад
Yup, it came with toe cages but like riding with sandals sometimes. Definitely appreciated that I did not have to upgrade at this point.
@BrettFyfield
@BrettFyfield 3 года назад
Nice work Curtis, what a score!
@nonchalantgarage
@nonchalantgarage 3 года назад
Cheers Brett!
@_cmzo_
@_cmzo_ 11 месяцев назад
Great video! That bag is gorgeous 😭 I’d love an update on the bike!
@steaksstrengthguides2064
@steaksstrengthguides2064 2 года назад
Beautiful bike! Reminds me of my 1997 Mongoose Switchback. They don’t make them like they used to.
@l00tur
@l00tur 2 года назад
I'll subscribe under one condition, if you give us a update on this. I just picked up a 1996 Trek 930 and it's amazing, nearly identical to the 970 you picked up. I plan to get a box 1x setup but I love the tan wall tires you grabbed, they absolutely transformed the bike, but dang are they big money lol
@aleksejm2282
@aleksejm2282 3 года назад
Nice build!
@donavan8616
@donavan8616 2 года назад
Hermosa bici, y el viedeo aún mejor!!!!
@benjaminswanson9092
@benjaminswanson9092 3 года назад
Incredible bike, very jealous. Looks like a dream
@nonchalantgarage
@nonchalantgarage 3 года назад
Thanks. It's super smooth
@emiel1976ep
@emiel1976ep 2 года назад
I just got my mountain bike that I am going to rebuild into a road bike. I also change the handle bars and the position. I will raise it and make that it is closer to me. This gives me a more upright position and makes that it gives way more comfort to ride.
@shehateme9955
@shehateme9955 Год назад
Nice pick up
@user-bx9tw2dw3b
@user-bx9tw2dw3b 3 месяца назад
<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="113">1:53</a> yesss yesss yesss 🤘🤘🤘
@Heindl661
@Heindl661 2 года назад
I subscribed, hoping to see some bikepacking content! I'm going to pick up one similar to this tomorrow - Trek 800
@RobertWilliams-ox4hz
@RobertWilliams-ox4hz 2 года назад
This is almost the exact same thing I did to my old Trek 850. 😅 I've owned it since 1995 and it's still going strong.
@greenwizard88
@greenwizard88 Год назад
I have an 800 that I'm in the process of refurbing. It was left outside for a few years, through blizzards, and it's still in great condition! My Dual Sport is a "better" bike, but the 800 is just fun!
@cleteoporahi1999
@cleteoporahi1999 2 года назад
Merida Redskins owner here, keep it up!
@edwardweiszbeck1649
@edwardweiszbeck1649 3 года назад
Nicely filmed 👍
@anders8707
@anders8707 2 года назад
Looking at Blue Lug's Trek Singletrack build gallery lead me here. Great vid and story telling!
@nonchalantgarage
@nonchalantgarage 2 года назад
Blue Lug's channel is so awesome
@joaorepolho6152
@joaorepolho6152 2 года назад
The filmmaking skills are up there! Hi 5 man
@greekstephen
@greekstephen 2 года назад
nice build!
@dwaynepedals
@dwaynepedals 3 года назад
Sweet build man. Kinda wanna do this to my old school Trek 520.
@nonchalantgarage
@nonchalantgarage 3 года назад
Right on. Cool to see you have Hakka MX too
@haappyalien
@haappyalien 3 года назад
Really cool video
@indiopeltier9758
@indiopeltier9758 2 года назад
Dang nice bike,I have a multi mYself ,love it.
@Quaid_Nasty
@Quaid_Nasty 2 года назад
Nice build
@going4broke1981
@going4broke1981 3 года назад
Nice, i have been slowly building back up a 950 around the same year, but with a very early front shock, i usually dont care to have any suspension for these old mtbs turned into city bikes, but the shocks really give the bike pop. I listed it for 150 bucks on the sacramento craigslist, but pulling the ad.
@nonchalantgarage
@nonchalantgarage 3 года назад
That's a great bike. Keep it for a lifetime
@muhammadhanafi2908
@muhammadhanafi2908 2 года назад
I just brought trek mountain peak 1994 at 1.7.2022....your bicycle superb
@nonchalantgarage
@nonchalantgarage 2 года назад
Congrats!
@saipuakivikaupias
@saipuakivikaupias 3 года назад
beautiful video
@iamdjsluggo
@iamdjsluggo 3 года назад
Dope Bike! Nice Video 👍🏾
@nonchalantgarage
@nonchalantgarage 3 года назад
Thanks!
@oslal
@oslal 3 года назад
this made me want a vintage mtb
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